Trial Attorney

Berger Montague; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary $200k

Annual discretionary bonus

Profit sharing

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HRA contribution

Disability and life insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Bar dues and CLE reimbursement

Transportation benefits

Job summary

Berger Montague PC is seeking a senior trial attorney to lead or substantially assist trial teams in complex class action matters across our national docket. This role emphasizes courtroom advocacy, strategic case development, and the ability to manage large-scale litigation from discovery through trial. Candidates should have a J.D.

from an accredited law school, admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, and at least eight years of trial and deposition experience, with strong

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 8+ years of meaningful trial and deposition experience.
• Strong academic credentials and writing/analytical skills.
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead or substantially assist trial teams across the firm’s national docket of complex class action matters.
• Prepare cases for trial and arbitration; lead or substantially assist trial teams.
• Lead existing complex litigation, including discovery and motion practice.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Participate in all aspects of pre-trial discovery.
• Draft and respond to motions; draft briefs.
• Present case strategy at trials in complex class action litigation.

Skills

Trial experience

Deposition experience

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Work ethic

Education

J.D. degree

Bar admission

Job description

Most plaintiff-side firms talk about going to trial. At Berger Montague, we actually do it — at the highest level of the plaintiffs’ bar.

We have a busy national practice spanning antitrust, securities, consumer, employment, environmental, and civil rights litigation. We are looking to add a trial attorney with significant trial experience and the technical knowledge to prepare for and lead trials in complex class action matters. Our cases are large-scale, our opponents are sophisticated, and our outcomes change lives.

This is a position for someone who is ready to be in the courtroom — not on the sidelines. You will lead or substantially assist trial teams, working alongside some of the most experienced class action litigators in the country.

This is a rare opportunity to apply deep trial skills at scale on matters that matter — fighting for individuals and classes whose outcomes depend on what happens in the courtroom.

Learn more about our practice areas: BMPC Practice Areas

ABOUT BERGER MONTAGUE

Berger Montague PC pioneered the use of class actions in American civil litigation. Founded in Philadelphia in 1970, the Firm has spent more than five decades at the vanguard of plaintiff-side litigation, recovering more than $55 billion for clients across antitrust, consumer, employment, securities, civil rights, and more.

Our 100+ attorneys take on high stakes matters where the legal issues are hard, and the outcomes change lives. Associates are given genuine responsibility from day one because our cases demand it.

The firm is recognized by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and Law360 as a national leader in class action litigation.

LOCATION

• Philadelphia, PA
• Washington, DC
• Minneapolis, MN
• Chicago, IL
• Remote (fully remote arrangements considered for qualified candidates)

THE ROLE

This is a senior litigation role focused on trial preparation and courtroom advocacy. You will be entrusted with leading or substantially assisting trial teams across the firm’s national docket of complex class action matters.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare cases for trial and arbitration; lead or substantially assist trial teams.
• Lead existing complex litigation, including discovery and motion practice.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Participate in all aspects of pre-trial discovery.
• Draft and respond to motions; draft briefs.
• Present case strategy at trials in complex class action litigation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• J.D. from an accredited law school; admitted in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 8+ years of meaningful trial and deposition experience
• Strong academic credentials as well as robust analytical, research, writing, and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and an ability to manage and thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Licensed to practice law in at least one United States jurisdiction; candidates licensed in Washington, D.C., California, Minnesota, New York, Pennsylvania, or Illinois are particularly encouraged to apply, though licensure in these jurisdictions is not required

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $200,000 base annual salary plus an annual discretionary bonus
• Profit sharing
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; HRA contribution
• Short/long-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Bar dues and CLE reimbursement; pre-tax transportation benefits

Berger Montague PC is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from attorneys of all backgrounds, including those historically underrepresented in the plaintiffs' bar.